Health and Social Care Diploma Level 2 (QCF)

Course Description

This is a coursework based qualification. Units cover a basic introduction to Health and Social Care topics to prepare you for a career in a Health and Social Care setting.

Times and Costs

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Please Note: This course is currently not running.

Prices shown are for the 2011-12 academic year which starts in August 2011. Please contact Student Support if you are unsure of the fee you need to pay.

Course Level

Level 2

Entry Requirements

Ideally you will have 4-5 GCSEs grades D-G, or an Introductory Diploma at a Merit level or above.

Course Length

The course is 1 year long. You will attend college for approximately 14 hours per week over 3 days.

What will I study

> Communication
> Health and Safety
> Diet and Nutrition
> Lifespan Development
> Individual Needs
> Creative and Therapeutic Activities
> Equality and Diversity
> Health and Social Care Services

How will I learn?

You will learn from demonstrations, group work, practical activities and individual research activities.

How will I be assessed?

All units are assessed through projects or coursework which includes developing posters, leaflets and written work. There are no exams.

Where could it lead?

Following this course you could progress to the Health and Social Care Level 3 Diploma, an apprenticeship, or employment in the Health and Social Care sector.

Materials/Equipment Required

You will need normal stationery for taking notes and producing coursework such as pens and paper.